Associate Vice President, Platforms and Technology, Risk Marketplace, ITS

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TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs. 

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Our vision to be the Better Bank is grounded in our purpose-driven and forward-focused strategy. Amidst a rapidly changing landscape, we know that technology plays a critical role in achieving this vision and delivering on our strategy.  It also signals the need to accelerate investment in emerging capabilities to adapt to the changes happening around us and respond to customer needs more quickly.  To accomplish this, we're evolving our platforms, introducing key enterprise practices and re-imagining our customer journeys as part of the Next Evolution of Work (NEW). 

As part of the First Line of Defense (1B) Risk Marketplace (RMP) for Infrastructure Technology Solutions (ITS), the largest Platform at TD, you'll be working closely with executive leaders and their teams who design, engineer, and maintain infrastructure technology assets and capabilities globally at TD. 

Key Responsibilities:

Lead governance, risk and control activities for life cycle management for all technology assets, focusing on long-term sustainability, efficiency focused on overall risk reduction to TD.  Actively manage currency risk by assessing technology assets, monitoring progress to planned upgrades and replacements, and elevating changes in residual risk posture to senior executives up to and including the Chief Technology Officer and Chief Information Security Officer as appropriate.

Develop and implement a dynamic risk management framework, including ownership of the TD Enterprise Standard for Lifecycle Management, that adapts to changing technologies and business needs, minimizing vulnerabilities and exposure. Establish and deliver security and operational risk data through continuous assessment. Utilize proactive and predictive analysis tools to anticipate potential risks and opportunities, influencing strategic decision-making in technology investments and deployment.

Key Deliverables:

• Lead a group of highly skilled 1B practitioners who will enable the achievement of Platform Objectives while operating within the Bank's Risk Appetite
• Perform risk identification and challenge across change activities, processes, and controls
• Identify, monitor, and prioritize the remediation of risk and control gaps or issues
• Provide governance, risk, control and related expertise to the Platform Owner, Product Families, and Product Groups within the Platform
• Appropriately report on lifecycle risks and issues per NEW standards and using appropriate tooling; provide requisite information for transparent and standardized enterprise scorecards, KIs, reporting etc.
• Supports the development of talent within the RMP team, fostering a collaborative environment
• Demonstrate excellent judgment and the ability to effectively escalate issues and concerns quickly and to appropriate leaders and control areas
• Build strong, effective relationships with risk and control partners, enabling speed of decision making and facilitating transparent and timely communication of key information and potential risks
• Bring a strong understanding of legal, regulatory, risk and governance landscape pertinent to the Platform
• Foster and actively contribute to creating an inclusive and diverse team
• Proactively inform themselves on risk policy changes and key changes in laws and regulations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, Finance, or related field.
• Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, PMP) preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in technology asset management, IT operations, or related field, with at least 2 years in a leadership role with exposure to Senior Technology Executives.
• In-depth experience and proven track record in managing technology life cycles, risk management, and compliance in a large enterprise.
• Experience in strategy, implementation, and integration of technology solutions with business goals.
• Understanding of financial principles related to technology investments and budgeting.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. 
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Who We Are:
TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to the Bank, those we serve, and the economies we support. We are guided by our vision to Be the Better Bank and our purpose to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues. 

TD is deeply committed to being a leader in customer experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are customer facing. As we build our business and deliver on our strategy, we are innovating to enhance the customer experience and build capabilities to shape the future of banking. Whether you’ve got years of banking experience or are just starting your career in financial services, we can help you realize your potential. Through regular leadership and development conversations to mentorship and training programs, we’re here to support you towards your goals. As an organization, we keep growing – and so will you.

Our Total Rewards Package

Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes base salary and variable compensation/incentive awards (e.g., eligibility for cash and/or equity incentive awards, generally through participation in an incentive plan) and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off (including Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO), banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition. Learn more

Additional Information:
We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Colleague Development
If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD – and we’re committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.

Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process
We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation

If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, email the TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at USWAPTDO@td.com. Include your full name, best way to reach you, and the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.